Patient's question:
I am a taxi driver and have been sitting in a small space for a long time, lacking in physical activity. Recently, I noticed some pain in my testicles, and they seem to be of uneven height. Looking at the symptoms, I did some research and suspect it might be varicocele. Could you please tell me: What are the common methods for treating varicocele?Doctor's answer:
According to your description of the condition, it is recommended that you consider seeking proper treatment at a hospital's traditional Chinese medicine department for a period of time. The representative medication is Xuefu Zhuyu Decoction, which has a certain effect. Varicocele occurs more than 90% on the left side because the spermatic vein almost flows into the iliac vein at a near-right angle, causing venous reflux obstruction. The current approach still emphasizes surgical treatment. The surgery is minor and the effect is indeed significant. For patients with varicocele, timely treatment can reduce the incidence of the condition. If left untreated, it can affect overall health. Therefore, patients should take medication promptly and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life, avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.